Choosing York University 

What could be the most embarrassing moment one could have on their first day at school? Probably you got that right! Reaching late at class. I remember my first day in York University where I was late by 45 minutes even after reaching the campus 15 minutes prior to my class. Strange right? But there’s no wonder getting lost on the campus.

As one of the millions of international students from India, I often ponder whether the investment of my father's hard-earned money is truly worth it. As someone who once considered pursuing a master's degree in India, I know firsthand how incredibly hard—or almost impossible—it can be to crack any competitive exam with the sheer amount of competition. This reality leads many of us to leave the country, following in the footsteps of family members who "made it" in the West, earning a six-figure salary, owning a house, and driving multiple cars.

Did I choose York University because the fees were relatively lower? Because I received the offer letter in just 15 days? Or because the agent called me every day, pushing me to pick this school due to the commission they would receive? I was skeptical too. Here's my experience if you are in the same boat.

I am Aneri Modi, pursuing a postgraduate certificate in Digital and Content Marketing. After completing a Marketing Management program at Sheridan College, and examining job postings online, I realized the growing demand for Digital Marketing skills. After doing some research and comparisons, I chose the Digital and Content Marketing course at York University's School of Continuing Studies. I was attracted by its favorable tuition fees for international students and York’s esteemed brand image in comparison to other diploma colleges.

Beginning of My Journey at York University

While pursuing my career as an Assistant Professor in Commerce and Management, I always dreamed of studying at a university abroad and starting my own business. I was enthusiastic to upgrade my businessskills and explorenewopportunities. Though it was challenging, but not impossible, and having a study gap, I enrolled in the York University School of Continuing Studies for a Post Graduate Certificate in Business administration. To become a successful entrepreneur I decided to choose Post Graduate Certificate in Digital and Content Marketing. This blog post aimsto provide a fair account of my experiencesto assistfuture students make informedchoicesabout university.

After a month of college the one question popped into the back of my mind was, did I make a mistake coming to Canada? Is it really worth it?

• Why I chose to restart my schooling?

Having holistic knowledge is an essential need for any human to survive in this fast-paced world. It not only makes you stand-out among your social circle but also gives you a better version of yourself. This is why I planned to restart my studies even after having a successful e-commerce business in auto-parts. I believed the programs provided by universities in Canada would certainly benefit me in expanding my business world-wide and also in the other aspects of life. Let’s see how it actually worked for me!

Getting back to studying once we’ve started working is really difficult. The endless questions we ask ourselves make the transition daunting and overwhelming. However, in order to grow and improve our careers, we make such big decisions.

My name is Navneet Kaur, and I hail from India to make a big change in my professional life. I am currently enrolled in a digital marketing & content marketing course at the York University School of Continuing Studies. I’m still working as an SEO consultant, and to be honest, balancing work and study is not a piece of cake, like literally.

However, the difficulties are worth it. The support from York University, faculty, and my classmates has eased my journey. I’m proud of my decision to return to studying and choosing this university over other colleges in Canada. I can’t wait to complete this course and see the opportunities that await me in the digital marketing field.

"It can be scary to go back to school, but it felt like a fresh start for my career when I enrolled in York University's School of Continuing Studies in January 2023. It was a new beginning in a new country with diverse cultures, and it truly was an incredible experience!"